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Elmhurst Hill

This site is closed. Flying at this site has been suspended subject to approval from new landowner.

Large clear, grassy hill.

This is an extremely sensitive site and access is only allowed with a WVHGC committee member present. Paragliding is not permitted from this launch.

Takeoff

Take off is a rolling slope, and quite easy in a moderate breeze. The owner had banned any cars access to the top, due to vehicles damaging the tracks. Now there is access to 4WD's only, but car pooling is a must, fill all vehicles with as many pilots as possible.

Landing

The landing area is directly in front of take off, approximately 1km out beside the access road. On top landing is possible directly behind the take off.

Flight

This site is usually flown when the wind at Buangor is too strong or too far off to the SE. The wind at Elmhurst is usually lighter than at Buangor because it is sheltered by Ben Nevis and Mount Lonarch. Cross country flights are possible from this site when the wind and thermal conditions are suitable.

Hazards/Comments

The lee side of the hill is very steep, and a rotor should be expected behind the hill. Do not fly over the back in ridge lift only. There is usually turbulent air above and to the right of take off when the conditions are strong. Clearly visible high tension power lines run across the landing paddocks.